Evening Loader: Precision Trailer Loader

US Foods; Salem, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods in Salem, VA is seeking a Night Loader to accurately load outbound trailers in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.

You will verify product integrity, follow load diagrams and routing instructions, and secure freight to prevent damage during transit while working with pallet jacks in a fast-paced warehouse.

This role requires attention to detail, basic math skills, reading shipping documents, and a commitment to food safety and OSHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year warehouse, distribution, logistics, or loading experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate pallet jacks and material handling equipment; strong attention to detail and accuracy; read load diagrams, shipping documents, and labels; basic mathematical skills; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Load outbound trailers accurately and efficiently according to load diagrams, route sequencing, and delivery schedules.
• Conduct trailer inspections prior to loading to ensure trailers are clean, damage-free, and ready for transport.
• Verify all pallets, cases, and product quantities prior to loading to ensure order accuracy and prevent shipping errors.
• Operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment safely to move products throughout the warehouse and loading dock.
• Properly secure loads using load bars, straps, bulkheads, and other approved methods to prevent product damage during transit.
• Inspect products for visible damage, quality concerns, and correct labeling before loading.
• Maintain productivity standards while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.
• Follow all food safety, warehouse safety, and OSHA guidelines, reporting any unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dock area by removing debris and properly storing equipment.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned to support operational needs and team objectives.

Skills

Pallet jack operation

Material handling equipment

Load diagrams reading

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Forklift operations

Job description

US Foods in Salem, VA is seeking a Night Loader to accurately load outbound trailers in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.

You will verify product integrity, follow load diagrams and routing instructions, and secure freight to prevent damage during transit while working with pallet jacks in a fast-paced warehouse.

This role requires attention to detail, basic math skills, reading shipping documents, and a commitment to food safety and OSHA guidelines.